Who is this choice relevant to?

People with coeliac disease

You’re looking for a croissant whose current packaging clearly identifies it as gluten-free. A standard croissant or a general listing in a dietary filter isn’t a substitute for checking the packaging.

People with additional food allergies

As well as gluten, you may need to avoid egg, milk, soya, nuts, sesame or lupin, for example. Jumbo’s product information shows why you should read all the allergen information, even for a gluten-free croissant: Consenza contains egg, milk and soya, and may also contain lupin, nuts and sesame.

People planning their breakfast

You want to know how many croissants come in a pack, how to store them and what equipment you’ll need. The options listed differ in these respects: Consenza gives oven and microwave instructions, Albert Heijn gives air fryer instructions for AH Gluten-free Croissants, and Jumbo lists the Schär croissant as a frozen product.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start by checking the gluten-free label and any allergens you need to avoid. Only then compare storage requirements, preparation and pack size.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important for?
Gluten-free label Read the ‘gluten-free’ label on the current packaging and check it again before eating. If I have coeliac disease, I don’t want to rely on where a croissant is placed in the shop: I want to see the label on the product itself. Around 36% of consumers would make this their first priority when buying.
Other allergens Compare the ingredients list and any ‘contains’ or ‘may contain’ statements with the allergens you need to avoid. If I have another food allergy too, I need to rule out a gluten-free croissant if the label names an allergen that affects me. Around 29% of consumers would put this additional allergen check first.
Storage and preparation Check the storage instructions, equipment needed and preparation time on the packaging. I want to know in advance whether the croissants will fit in my storage space and whether I can prepare them with the equipment I have. Around 21% of consumers would focus mainly on storage and preparation, after checking the allergens.
Pack size and availability Compare the number of croissants and the weight; check which varieties are available at your chosen shop. For breakfast, I want a pack of croissants I can actually use and buy at my local shop. This would be the deciding factor for around 14% of consumers, once they’ve confirmed the croissants are suitable for their allergies.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming gluten-free means free from other allergens

    A gluten-free label doesn’t mean a croissant is also free from egg, milk, soya, nuts or sesame. Jumbo lists egg, milk and soya as allergens in Consenza croissants, and lupin, nuts and sesame as possible allergens.

    Make a note of the allergens you need to avoid and compare your list with the ingredients and warnings on the current packaging.

  • Treating old product information as the definitive label

    Albert Heijn warns that product information, including ingredients and allergens, can change. That means a product page you viewed earlier may not match the packaging you buy.

    Use online information to shortlist products, then check the packaging you have in your hands again before eating.

  • Comparing only the number of croissants

    Pack sizes and storage methods vary: Jumbo lists Consenza as 3 × 60 g and Schär Croissant à la Française as a frozen pack of 4, weighing 220 g; Albert Heijn lists 2 AH Gluten-free Croissants per pack.

    Once you’ve confirmed that the label is suitable for your allergies, compare the weight, number of portions you can use and storage instructions.

  • Assuming every croissant contains baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread is an important source of iodine in the Netherlands because special baker’s salt is used. This doesn’t tell you what type of salt is in any particular gluten-free croissant.

    If the type of salt matters to you, check the ingredients for that specific croissant rather than making assumptions based on the product category.

Brands and retailers to consider

Consenza

Consenza has a gluten-free range. Jumbo lists Consenza Gluten-free Croissants in a pack of 3 × 60 g.

  • Jumbo’s product information lists the allergens present and those that may be present, and gives oven and microwave instructions.
  • These croissants contain egg, milk and soya; lupin, nuts and sesame are listed as possible allergens. Check the current packaging before you decide.

Schär

Jumbo lists Schär Croissant à la Française as a gluten-free frozen product, in a pack of 4 weighing 220 g.

  • The frozen format is a practical option if you want to keep croissants in the freezer.
  • Check the current packaging to see whether the ingredients and allergens are suitable for your needs.

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn lists AH Gluten-free Croissants in a pack of 2.

  • The product information gives air fryer instructions: 5–6 minutes at 180 °C.
  • Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging, as ingredients and allergen information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo is a supermarket chain with product listings for croissants from brands including Consenza and Schär.

  • The listings help you compare pack size and storage method, as well as allergen and preparation information for Consenza.
  • Check availability at your local shop and base any decision about allergies on the packaging of the product you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn has an online category for gluten-free rolls, bread rolls and croissants, which includes AH Gluten-free Croissants.

  • The listing shows a pack of 2, and the product information includes air fryer instructions.
  • Read the current label for the ingredients and allergens that matter to you.

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Frequently asked questions

Is gluten-free enough if I have another food allergy too?

No. As well as checking the gluten-free label, check all the ingredients and allergen warnings that are relevant to you. Jumbo lists egg, milk and soya as allergens in Consenza croissants, and lupin, nuts and sesame as possible allergens.

What should I ask about an unwrapped croissant?

Before buying, ask specifically about gluten and any other allergens you need to avoid. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority emphasises that consumers need allergen information before buying so they can make an informed choice.

How do I prepare Consenza Gluten-free Croissants?

Jumbo’s product information says to bake them in the oven at 200 °C for 10 minutes, or heat them in the microwave at 800 W for 20 seconds, after removing the packaging. If the instructions on the current packaging differ, follow those instead.

Does baker’s salt mean a gluten-free croissant automatically contains iodine?

No. You can’t tell from the product category or the gluten-free label. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains the role of special baker’s salt in Dutch bread, but you’ll need to check the ingredients of an individual croissant.